Wednesday, June 22, 2011

We have created a new KTU facebook site located- here. Please feel free to "like" the page. We will be updating the site routinely with information about our programs and opportunities for all Kids' Tech University sites at Virginia Tech, Virginia State University and Bowling Green State University.

Our old KTU facebook site is being deleted due to facebook platform changes so, if you've joined that page, you may want to transition over to the new page and "like" that page!

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

On the "Most Beautiful Fractal Contest Results and Winners" button you will notice that above the images is a flash of the names of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place submissions.Again Congratulations to those who won the contest and Thanks to all who submitted fractals or judged them!

Exciting News: Please keep an eye on the buttons on the main page for we will be putting a new flash player there.This one will be devoted to Dr. Laubenbacher's lecture and will encourage the kids to go hunting for patterns.It will take their learning to a more interactive level that is fun and entertaining.Our webmaster has been working on it diligently and I got to test it out. Its quite fun!

Monday, June 6, 2011

Virginia Bioinformatics Institute (VBI) is offering a highschool summer internship, "Our Green Future", to expose students to the exciting fields of research in biology, plant pathology, the environment, climate and bioinformatics. This week-long program consists of several research activity labs, research-related tours, and a discussion/lecture series.

Highschool students interested in math and science, and are able to provide their own, reliable transportation to VBI each morning, are eligible for participation in the program. The main objective of this highschool internship is to show students the fun and excitement of scientific research. Students will have the opportunity to explore the world of genomics and the environment with world-renowned research scientists in professional labs.

Dedicated work is key for success in any career, especially one in bioinformatics research. The internship experience will strengthen the principle of dedicated work through intensive laboratory research and journal keeping exercises given throughout the week. A highly motivated attitude is encouraged throughout the program!

Thursday, June 2, 2011

We have created a new KTU facebook site located- here. Please feel free to "like" the page. We will be updating the site routinely with information about our programs and opportunities for all Kids' Tech University sites at Virginia Tech, Virginia State University and Bowling Green State University.

Our old KTU facebook site is being deleted due to facebook platform changes so, if you've joined that page, you may want to transition over to the new page and "like" that page!